2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1995 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1995 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Durango | Shamal |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |